What's On

Bedford Charter Market Although the line is only 16 miles long, you will be very surprised on exactly how much goes on in the Marston Vale. Not only do we and Bedford to Bletchley Rail Users Association hold our own events during the year, but there are a vast array of local events that take place every month.

Below is a calendar, which shows all of the events taking place over the next couple of months. By clicking on the event, you can find out more information about the event, and how to get there using the train. You can also scroll down to find out some significant dates for your diary that you won't want to miss!

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Dates for your diary

Date	Event Name and Summary	Nearest Station	Why you should go
Thursday 11th December	BBRUA Christmas Special An evening of classic railway films & seasonal refreshments at Lidlington Village Hall. Starts at 7pm. For more information on this event, visit the BBRUA website on www.bbrua.org.uk.	Lidlington Village Hall is a short walk from Lidlington station.	A must for rail enthusiasts!
Saturday 13th December	Marston Vale Community Rail Partnership Santa Specials 10 a.m. � 2 p.m. � come and visit Santa in his grotto on the train! Goody bag for each child. No additional charge, normal train fares apply..	Simply pick up the train from the nearest Marston Vale Line station!	Despite being busy finalising his naughty and nice lists, Santa has once again spared some of his precious time for our annual Santa Specials. So, if you want to to pay him a visit before he visits you on Christmas night, then catch the train from your local station on Saturday 13th December. Santa has finally found somewhere to park Rudolph and his pals, so we can confirm that he will be on the following trains: 09:59 from Bletchley, calling at all stations 10:51 from Bedford, calling at all stations 11:59 from Bletchley, calling at all stations 12:51 from Bedford, calling at all stations Santa also plans to bring a face-painter along, and there will also be refreshments on the train. There will be no extra charge to see Santa, so normal train fares apply. If you are thinking of taking the family, then ask for Groupsave when buying your tickets.
Saturday 13th December	Bletchley Park Christmas Extravaganza An event for all the family including Woburn Sands Band, the CK Gospel Choir, lantern parade, Santa and his sleigh, children�s fairground rides and festive fayre. Admission fees are just �2 for adults and �1 for children. The fun starts at 5pm. For more information on this event, contact Bletchley Park on 01908 640404.	Bletchley Park is a short walk from Bletchley station.	A popular event for all the family, that is within easy reach of the Marston Vale Line.

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